Contestability is the property of a system or decision-making process that allows an affected party to challenge, question or seek review of an automated decision. It requires that the basis of a decision be sufficiently transparent to be examined, and that a mechanism exists for raising and resolving disputes. Contestability is a design and governance goal in AI accountability frameworks, complementing explainability and transparency by ensuring outcomes are not merely explained but also revisable.
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- Contestability is the property of a system or decision-making process that allows an affected party to challenge, question or seek review of an automated decision. It requires that the basis of a decision be sufficiently transparent to be examined, and that a mechanism exists for raising and resolving disputes. Contestability is a design and governance goal in AI accountability frameworks, complementing explainability and transparency by ensuring outcomes are not merely explained but also revisable.